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The migration pattern of some Canadian snowbirds would change under immigration legislation being debated in the U.S. Senate.

Retired Canadians 55 or older would receive a Canadian Retiree Visa allowing them to stay in the United States up to eight months - two months longer than current law allows - if they own a second home in the U.S. or they have a rental agreement or hotel reservation.

Younger spouses also would qualify for the three-year renewable visa. ...